I recommend if you're GDI on the islands map or especially any map without a base defense (AGT or obelisk), go for the HON, unless it seems like you're getting nowhere with it. Then just build your base defense to prepare for stealths - patch, mobius, etc. But you'll have any easier time holding back enemy vehicles than keeping track of every little invisible b@st>@rd that runs into your base getting ready to plant a beacon.